Sharing A Family Favorite Recipe
For the past few weeks I’ve been craving protein or more specifically seafood. My first thought was if I’m craving protein there must be a deficiency. Similar to what this raw foodist states on her blog:
Are you craving a pure, unseasoned protein source, like chicken, eggs, or fish? You probably aren’t getting enough protein. I know, I know; that sounds like blasphemy coming from a fellow raw foodist. Indeed, human’s don’t need an enormous amount of protein to be healthy, but if you aren’t eating enough food on a raw diet (or if your digestion isn’t up to par), you can bet the farm you aren’t getting enough protein to thrive long-term. If ethical concerns don’t dictate otherwise, you can often squash this craving with a small amount of raw animal products; try tossing a couple of free-range organic eggs into a smoothie, for instance.
It seems logical to me, but as it turns out, there is little to no research that I could find to support food cravings as an indicator of a deficiency in your body. So, I’m adding a family favorite recipe to our menu this week, Spiced Shrimp Tacos. How very un-vegan of me, right? I could easily think and analyze this to death but, instead, I have decided to eat the tacos and enjoy every last bite. And, once my family gets over the shock, they will be thrilled when they see what’s for dinner!
Breakfast
Homemade Muesli
Breakfast Quinoa
Green Smoothies
Lunch/Dinner
Vegetarian Fajitas with Bell Pepper Salsa
Inner Goddess Detox Salad
Veggie Burgers and Grilled Veggie Packs
Asian Broccoli Slaw
Spiced Shrimp Tacos
Snacks
Nutzo Protein Balls
Hummus and Carrots
Fruit
Ingredients
- 1 c salsa
- 2 tbs chopped fresh cilantro (with extra for optional taco topping)
- 1/2 jalapeno (I use a bit more than 1/2 of the pepper)
- 1/2 tbs fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined medium shrimp
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp EVOO
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- dash of salt
- dash of cayenne pepper
- cooking spray
- 8 (6 inch) corn tortillas
- 2 c packaged angel hair slaw
- pico de gallo (optional)
- guacamole (optional)
Instructions
- Combine first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- In a large bowl add shrimp and the next 6 ingredients; toss gently to coat.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer on in a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 5 minutes or until shrimp are done, turning once.
- Heat tortillas according to package directions.
- To serve, top tortillas evenly with slaw, shrimp and salsa. Add your favorite taco toppings like guacamole and pico de gallo.
- Makes 4 servings (serving size: 2 tacos)
Notes
Fat 7.7g
Protein 39.3g
Carbohydrates 40.6g
Fiber 5.5g
Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.
Today I’m looking forward to my morning run and spending the day at the zoo with my family.
What are you looking forward to today? What foods have you been craving lately? If you share recipes on your blog, do you have a favorite recipe plugin?
I consider myself a semi-vegetarian but I really don’t like to put a label on my way of eating. Sometimes I do crave an actual beef burger. Most times I’ll have it once and then I’ll be good for a another 5 years. Like you said, I think it’s my bodies way of saying I’m missing something. Pinning this recipe! Love Shrimp tacos!
Enjoy the tacos!
These look delicious! I am looking forward to being off work, taking a nap, then getting in my recovery run 🙂 Have fun at the zoo! I do share recipes pretty frequently, but have never used a recipe plug in, that is a great idea!
How did your recovery run go? The zoo was fun and very hot. I think it was the hottest day we’ve had so far. Of course 😉
Yum, yum, yum. I love everything about this recipe! Thanks for sharing!
These shrimp tacos look really good – thanks for sharing!! I pinned it so that I can add it to my list of recipes to try!
Good for you to listen to what your body needs/craves and eat it even though it isn’t your norm!!
Hi Kim. I’m slowly but surely trusting what my body is telling me 🙂 Enjoy the tacos!
Mmm, those sound delicious! I haven’t made shrimp for months… time to put it back on the menu!
Those tacos look deeeelish!!!! We had korean bbq tacos last night.
I’m totally craving sweets lately, especially ice cream. I always get weird cravings.
I should have checked out this recipe before I did my meal plan! Must make a change… 🙂
Put them on the menu next week 🙂
The oddest for me was when I was pregnant with my second child and I craved chicken…and bacon. I tend to think that if it’s a consistent craving, then it must be my body’s way of telling me something.
I’ve had this craving for protein for a few weeks. I’m so looking forward to the tacos 🙂 Maybe I need a little non-plant protein every now and then. Who knows?
The taco recipe looks delish! Think I am going to add this to next weeks meal plan. Lately I’ve been craving smoothies like it’s my job! This heat is getting to me. Thanks for hosting us 🙂
Enjoy the tacos Davida! I have a smoothie almost everyday and if I go a few days without one I def crave it.
Yum, I love shrimp tacos! I had them for the first time when I went to America, and pretty much ordered them every time I had mexican (here in Australia, the most creative filling might be pulled beef if your lucky).
Thanks for the recipe, Will definitely be bookmarking it!
Looks very yummy. Now I’m hungry. Thanks for the share.